Every NBA and NHL second-round playoff series, ranked
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‘Intimidating player’: Sam Bennett becomes the villain again after unpenalized Anthony Stolarz hit
Game 1 between Toronto and Florida ended with the Maple Leafs goalie in hospital for evaluation after a forearm to the head from Bennett.
Greatest revenge games in sports, from Mikko Rantanen’s Game 7 to Brett Favre to Luka Dončić
We assembled writers from a handful of sports, asking them to share the greatest revenge game they can remember.
How does Matthew Schaefer compare to recent No. 1 NHL Draft picks? Scouts, execs weigh in
Schaefer is placed here alongside the last nine No. 1 picks in a ranking from NHL scouts and executives.
Nicolas Cage meets Gachapin and a world record is broken at Osaka Comic Con 2025
That is a photo I never thought I would take. This year, 2 to 4 May marked the return of Osaka Comic Con, an annual event that brings major talents…
Mirtle: Why Sam Bennett should be suspended for his hit on Anthony Stolarz
This play is going to be debated into the ground, but the reality is the outcome comes down to what this league wants to be.
Unusual vending machine in Akihabara sells drinks you won’t find anywhere else in Tokyo
Sometimes the most unique vending machines are hiding in plain sight. One of the most exciting aspects of visiting Japan is the chance to find unusual products inside the many…
Leafs hang on to win Game 1, but lose Anthony Stolarz: Takeaways
Maple Leafs stormed to an early lead in Game 1 and held on late, beating the reigning Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers 5-4 in Game 1
NHL Mock Draft 2025: Matthew Schaefer to Islanders as we pick for every lottery team
Following the lottery, a collection of our NHL reporters combined for a mock draft of the first 16 picks.
Leafs goalie Anthony Stolarz leaves game after hit to head
Leafs starter heads to the dressing room minutes after taking a Sam Bennett forearm to the head.